A scorecard for the U.S. economy
The Commerce Department released on Thursday that the U.S. economy grew at a 1.1% annual rate in the first quarter. And there’s another big Fed meeting coming up next week. Axios’ Courtenay Brown gives us a look at where our economy is right now. Plus, why gamers keep leaking sensitive military info online. And, the surprising run for the Miami Heat. Guests: Axios' Courtenay Brown and Stephen Totilo. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Alexandra Botti, Fonda Mwangi and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper: The GDP report's silver linings Gamers keep leaking sensitive military info How Jimmy Butler, No. 8 Heat made history with upset of No. 1 Bucks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
28 Apr 202311min
What's next for the debt ceiling deadlock
The House voted on Wednesday to raise the debt ceiling while cutting government spending. The Republican bill passed narrowly with four GOP members voting against it. Plus, Disney sues Florida Governor Ron DeSantis. And, writer E. Jean Carroll takes the stand to accuse former president Trump of rape. Guests: Axios' Mike Allen and Yacob Reyes. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Alexandra Botti, Lydia McMullen-Laird, Fonda Mwangi and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper: House passes McCarthy's debt ceiling proposal Disney sues DeSantis over alleged "targeted campaign" E. Jean Carroll Accuses Trump of Rape in Testimony More ethics questions rise for Supreme Court justices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
27 Apr 202311min
The way forward for candidate Biden
President Biden announced his 2024 campaign for reelection with a video on Tuesday. Axios' Alex Thompson breaks down what we can expect from Biden’s campaign. Plus, the melting of California’s historic snowpack intensifies. Also, the religion gap between Congress and the American people. And, the life and legacy of Harry Belafonte. Guests: Axios' Alex Thompson, Andrew Freedman and Russell Contreras Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Alexandra Botti, Lydia McMullen-Laird, Fonda Mwangi and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper: Biden's never-Trump campaign for '24 California's "Big Melt" set to accelerate amid heat wave Our lawmakers are more religious than we are Harry Belafonte, 96, Dies; Barrier-Breaking Singer, Actor and Activist Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
26 Apr 202311min
Humanitarian emergency in Sudan
Secretary of State Antony Blinken announced on Monday that the two opposing military forces in Sudan have agreed to a three-day cease fire. This comes after more than 400 people have been killed and thousands injured in the fighting, according to the WHO. Plus, as more stores go cashless, reverse ATMs are taking bills and dispensing cards. And, host Tucker Carlson is out at Fox News. Guests: Axios' Laurin-Whitney Gottbrath and Jennifer A. Kingson. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Alexandra Botti, Lydia McMullen-Laird, Fonda Mwangi and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper: Warring generals in Sudan agree to 72-hour cease-fire, Blinken says Reverse ATMs take bills, dispense cards as stores go cashless Cable news in chaos after 3 major departures Bed Bath & Beyond files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, will liquidate Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
25 Apr 202311min
EPA prepares climate rules for power plants
The Environmental Protection Agency is expected to soon release draft rules that would force dramatic carbon emissions cuts at U.S. power plants. Plus, a reality check on Trump’s 2024 chances. And, the abortion pill remains available for now. Guests: Axios' Josh Kraushaar and Ben Geman. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Alexandra Botti, Fonda Mwangi and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper: Axios Generate Newsletter Supreme Court maintains access to abortion pills during appeals process Trump looms over DeSantis despite voters craving new 2024 candidates: Polls Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
24 Apr 202311min
Justice Clarence Thomas under scrutiny
Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas has been in the headlines this month for possible ethics breaches, following a report from ProPublica that for decades he received gifts from a billionaire GOP donor. Pressure is now mounting for action. Plus, a SpaceX rocket launch and explosion. Also, some good news about the Florida panther. And, AI gets into viral music-making. Guests: Axios' David Lindsey and National Geographic's Carlton Ward Jr. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Alexandra Botti, Fonda Mwangi and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper: Senate asks chief justice to testify in escalation of Thomas scrutiny Filmmaker takes fight to save Florida panther to streaming platforms AI copyright in spotlight after platforms pull "fake Drake" song Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
21 Apr 202311min
China expands its nuclear arsenal
China is on track to become an atomic superpower alongside the United States and Russia. The Pentagon estimates that China will roughly quadruple its nuclear stockpile by 2035. What does that mean for the U.S.? Plus, the Supreme Court delays a decision on the abortion pill. And, what to know now about Lyme Disease. Guests: Axios' Dave Lawler and Oriana González, and George Washington University's Dr. Leana Wen. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Alexandra Botti, Lydia McMullen-Laird, Fonda Mwangi and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper: A U.S. arms race with Russia and China could spin out of control Supreme Court extends stay on abortion pill rulings Moderna is developing a vaccine against the tick-borne Lyme disease, in a first for the company Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
20 Apr 202311min
Fox News v. Dominion trial over before it started
Fox News reached a $787 million settlement with Dominion Voting Systems on Tuesday – after a jury had been selected and lawyers were waiting to make their opening statements. What does this 11th-hour settlement mean for the media company? Plus, an American journalist arrested in Russia makes his first court appearance. And, it’s the NBA playoffs. Guests: Axios' Sara Fischer, Dave Lawler and Kendall Baker Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Lydia McMullen-Laird, Fonda Mwangi and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper: Fox News reaches 11th hour settlement with Dominion for over $787 million Russian court upholds detention of WSJ reporter Evan Gershkovich Evan's Reporting: Russia’s Economy Is Starting to Come Undone Kings' playoff win ends 17-year drought Vote for Axios Today Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
19 Apr 202311min
